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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sykesville, MD

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sykesville, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Sykesville, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Sykesville incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sykesville memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sykesville, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Falls Orchard, Broadwood Manor and Croydon Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Frederick, Baltimore and Gaithersburg.

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Photo of Atrium Village
1010 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.2
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92 reviews
9.2
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92 reviews
5 star
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32%
3 star
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The Atrium has been renovated. It has a bright and energetic atmosphere. My aunt lives in the Independent side of the facility. All of her appliances are just about new. The apartment had new carpet put in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on almost 8 wooded acres just off Lakeside Boulevard on Atrium Court in Owings Mills, Maryland, you will find Atrium Village; a retirement community where you can choose from a wide array of lifestyle options. Designed for those who want companionship and amenities with a hospitality...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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34 reviews
9.1
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34 reviews
5 star
47%
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32%
3 star
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2 star
6%
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There are not enough words to express how amazing this place is. My mother was a resident for 3yrs and they were great years. The staff was always caring, helpful, professional, and there when needed. There...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City! Our approach to Assisted Living includes a variety of services - from independent living to adaptive personal assistance; from dementia care to short-term stays. This flexibility allows us to continually meet the changing needs of our...
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Photo of Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City
2323 Photos available
8.9
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51 reviews
8.9
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51 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
25%
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I am so glad Heartlands was on the list of possible residences for my brother. It fits him to a T and we are all so happy. He loves that there is a pool and hot tub and a coy pond. The food is so good!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community and Howard County's premier rental retirement community. We are the only community in the county that offers cottages and apartments. Located on 48 picturesque acres near historic Ellicott City, we are close to antique and specialty...
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7.8
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61 reviews
7.8
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61 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
5%
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3%
2 star
5%
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,...
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Photo of Transitions Healthcare Oakland Manor
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7.5
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11 reviews
7.5
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11 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
27%
3 star
18%
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I saw first hand how very hard it is to be a professional caregiver. Especially with my Moms version of Altzheimers. They are respectful of her even when she's difficult. She hasn't been there very long, but...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Oakland Manor is a fully licensed assisted living residence, for seniors who are in need of some assistance in their day-to-day activities, from our caring professional staff. Our residence, designed and built for that purpose is the answer. Located on a three acre wooded site near the Liberty...
Photo of Lorien Mt. Airy
22 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.4
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8 reviews
7.4
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8 reviews
5 star
25%
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36%
3 star
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They have lots of activities for a smaller facility sometimes two a day. Right now they seem to be short staffed but hopefully that will improve. I've suggested they offer more fresh fruit instead of canned...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Lorien Mt. Airy is conveniently located near the junction of Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery and Howard Counties. We are uniquely positioned to serve area residents who want to live in a compassionate community that encourages self-direction and independence while providing assistance when...
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5.5
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2 reviews
5.5
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals...
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Photo of Inspirations Memory Care of Westminster
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11 Floor plan available
5 star
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It is pricey but they provide a tremendous amount of services, we would absolutely 100% recommend this community to others
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Sykesville, MD

The average cost of senior living in Sykesville is $6,362 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $4,938 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sykesville, MD vs. nearby cities

Sykesville, MD
$6,362/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sykesville, MD vs. the state and national average

Sykesville, MD
$6,362/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sykesville vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,362/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sykesville, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$4,728/mo
Studio
$5,111/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,285/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,643/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Sykesville over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Sykesville

Recent reviews for memory care in Sykesville

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
HeartFields has been great, we have had a great experience so far. Our loved one recently went to the hospital for some health concerns and HeartField has gotten him back to feeding himself. The staff members are extremely friendly and we are very pleased with the care services. The community is ...
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Sunrise of Montgomery Village in Gaithersburg, MD

5.0
This is a place to consider for your loved ones who need long term care. The staff are very responsive to any requests the family has for our loved one. The room, housekeeping, all the meals, changing of linens, laundry, and utilities are included in the monthly fee. The community is able ...
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Sykesville review score based on 51 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 51 reviews of 11 Sykesville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sykesville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Sykesville review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Sykesville, MD11 facilities
8.2
Mount Airy, MD379 facilities
8.7
New Windsor, MD7 facilities

Review subcategories for Sykesville memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 51 reviews of 11 Sykesville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sykesville resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Sykesville, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Sykesville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sykesville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sykesville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Sykesville memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Sykesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sykesville, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
81.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sykesville memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Sykesville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sykesville, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sykesville memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sykesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sykesville, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sykesville memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sykesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sykesville, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sykesville memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Sykesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sykesville, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 11 memory care facilities near Sykesville, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Sykesville, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring, Morningside House of Friendship and Brighton Gardens of Columbia. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Sykesville, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sykesville, Maryland, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Sykesville, Maryland, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Sykesville, Maryland ranges from $100 to $77350. The average Memory Care cost in Sykesville, Maryland is $6,362. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Sykesville, Maryland typically starts at $100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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